BirthsBewley Angelisha Kay and Michael Boyd Bewley of Dover welcomed their son, Aaron Michael Bewley, on Oct. 12, 2016. He weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces, and was 18 inches long. His sister is Faith Lynn Bewley. His grandparents are Susana and Robert Bewley of Dover and Deanna and James Coogan Jr of Knoxville. Ward Jill and Alan Ward of Russellville welcomed their son, James Tiger Ward, on Oct. 11, 2016. He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces, and was 20 inches ...

Earlene Webb turns 90Earlene Webb will celebrate her 90th birthday on Wednesday, Nov. 2 with a come-and-go reception between 10 a.m. and noon at the Lake Dardanelle Welcome Center. Earlene is a lifelong resident of Russellville and a retiree from the Post Office after many years of service. No gifts, no invitations will be sent.

Reams-EwingLauren Nicole Reams and Matthew Daniel Ewing of Russellville were married on Sept. 24, 2016, at the Old State House. The wedding was officiated by Nancy McSpadden. The bride was escorted and given away by her father Alan Reams. She was also given away by her mother Melinda Reams. The bride wore a modified mermaid style blush dress with chantilly lace overlay and a cathedral length train. Lauren carried a garden bouquet of pink blush roses with...

Twedt-OwensShelby Erin Twedt of Little Rock and Derek Keith Owens of Russellville would like to announce their engagement. Shelby's parents are Brian and Lori Twedt of Little Rock. Shelby's grandparents are Beverly Twedt of Little Rock, Wayne and Frances Billings of Mabelvale and the late Harlan Twedt. Shelby attended Lutheran High School in Little Rock, received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from he University of Central Arkansas and is currently ...

Edith Duvall's 80th birthdayPlease come and help celebrate Edith Pearce Duvall's 80th birthday. Snacks and chips and dip will be served. The party is scheduled at 2 p.m. on Sunday, at Atkins Freewill Baptist Church.

J.D. Roberts to celebrate 100th birthdayThe family of J.D. Roberts will host a celebration in honor of his 100th birthday on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016, from 2-4 p.m. at The Chapel at Gum Springs, 10048 Blessed Road, Dardanelle. Born on Nov. 8, 1916, to Fleming L. and Sarah E. (Sally) Roberts, he was one of six children. J.D. was married to his childhood sweetheart, Louise (Piercy), for 76 years. He worked for the Arkansas Highway Department for 25 years and has enjoyed many years of re...

Beauregard-BernerRachel Leigh Beauregard and Dean Stanley Berner, both of Nashville, Tenn., would like to announce their engagement. Rachel's mother and father are Mr. and Mrs. Dan ( Kirk) Gillespie of Haymarket, Va. Rachel's grandparents are Audrey and the late Richard Saunders of Kilmarnock, Va. Rachel graduated from George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., with a Bachelors of the Arts in Theatre. Rachel attended University of Reading in Reading, England for...

Mr. and Mrs. Billy Bolin Jr. 25th wedding anniversaryBilly and Sarah Gramlich Bolin of Russellville will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary, Oct. 26, 2016. They were married at St. John's Catholic Church in Russellville, in 1991. Billy works for CenturyLink. Sarah is employed by Blackstone Construction. They are members of St. John's Catholic Church in Russellville. Their family includes Alec and Amanda Bolin of Dover and Brett Bolin of Russellville. Billy and Sarah celebrated by taking a ...

Stamps to celebrate 50th AnniversaryJim and Paula Stamps will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in Naples, Fla. A party is planned hosted by their son Jim, also an airline pilot, and his wife Celia. Their grandsons Jimmy and Michael will also host. The Stamps family live in Naples, Fla. They were married in Carmel, Calif., at the famous Highlands Inn, in Pebble Beach, on Oct. 16, 1966. Jim and Paula lived in San Francisco when they first married, both flying for the same ...

Hancock-BarberAlexis Hancock and Dr. Kevin Barber would like to announce their upcoming wedding. The wedding will take place at 2 p.m. on Oct. 22, 2016, at Virden Hill, located at 9241 SR 124, Russellville, AR, 72802. Everyone is invited to attend. There will be a reception following the ceremony. Alexis's parents are Jerry and Monica Hancock. Kevin's parents are Charles and Juanita Barber.

Harrisons to celebrate 60th AnniversaryDavid Richard "Rick" and Shirley Nell Duvall Harrison will observe their 60th Wedding Anniversary on Monday, Oct. 24, 2016. They were married in Russellville by the late Cecil Lewallen. Rick is the son of the late David Allen and Ruth Carroll Harrison. Shirley is the daughter of the late Orville Ray and Margie Bewley DuVall. Rick and Shirley have a son and daughter-in-law David Timothy and Peggy Bentley Harrison of Alabaster, Ala. They have a ...

Short-JanssenThe engagement of Tammy Short and Rusty Janssen is announced by their parents. Tammy is the daughter of John and Alene Bynum, and Rusty Janssen is the son of Pat Janssen and the late Alvin Janssen. Their engagement is celebrated by family and friends. Tammy Short is a graduate of Arkansas Tech University and is a teacher at Oakland Heights Elementary School. Rusty Janssen is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and Washingto...

Johnsons celebrate 50th anniversaryAndy and Brenda (Henry) Johnson of Dardanelle will celebrate their 50th anniversary Oct. 22. They were married on Oct. 22, 1966, in Danville. The couple has lived in Dardanelle since they have been married. There will be a gathering from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct 15 at 10459 Boyce Manor Circle. Their children invited the public to come and celebrate the Johnson's anniversary. Their children are Aaron (Kristin) Johnson of Goodyear, Ariz.,...

Parks celebrate 50 yearsDavid and Donna (Blaney) Park of Dover celebrate their 50th anniversary at 2 p.m. on Oct. 16 at Sylvia Blaney's house. The Parks were married on Oct. 15th, 1966, in Garden City, Mich. The hosts of the party are Charity Park and Sylvia Blaney and the public is not invited. The couple has lived in Michigan, Kentucky, and Arkansas. The couple's children are Charity Park (Ben Stewart Abernathy) of Russellville, Tim Park (Ruth Vosmek) of San Rafael...

Harrell 40th wedding anniversaryElton W. "Ralph" and Janet (Ward) Harrell of Russellville will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary today. Mr. and Mrs. Harrell were married in 1976 at the Dardanelle Church of Christ. They have lived all of their married life in Russellville. The couple has one son, Joshua Harrell, also of Russellville. A "come and go" reception for family and friends will be announced at a later date.

Taylor 72nd wedding anniversaryLeonard and Wanda Taylor spend their 72nd wedding anniversary this Sunday, Oct. 2, at their home enjoying a celebratory luncheon with their family. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor were married in 1944 in Reno, Nev. They have lived most of their married life on their farm in Hector except for Mr. Taylor's WWII Service time in the U.S. Army in the Philippines. The Taylors have three children and their spouses; the late Peggy and Jimmy Condley, Leon and Barb...